1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1966 NSU Prinz

To start off, 1966 NSU Prinz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 1966 NSU Prinz
Make Cadillac NSU
Model Sixty Prinz
Year Released 1961 1966
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6388 cc 583 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 42 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2010 mm


 

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